Poor living longer, rich dying younger
In a tale of two lifestyles and mixed fortunes, some richer Ugandans are dying earlier while their poorer counterparts are living longer. Our analysis of two separate rep...
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At 62: Singapore innovates, Uganda struggles with waste
The 62nd independence event is happening when Uganda’s economy is ailing with a worsening trade deficit at $ 247.93 million as of June 2024. This is in addition to pro...
High yielding jackfruit give hope to farmers
Jackfruit, whose scientific name is Artocarpus heterophyllus Lam, has potential to reduce food and nutrition insecurity for both rural and urban communities in various pa...
Fix glitches in national power distribution, Ministry tells UEDCL
The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development has tasked Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Ltd (UEDCL) to fix glitches facing the distribution of power in the coun...
Pupils, teachers chase Kayunga school boss out of office
There was drama on Thursday morning at Nakatuli Primary School in Galilaaya Sub-county in Kayunga District when angry teachers and pupils attacked and chased the head t...
Amref tips govt on universal health coverage for underserved communities
The government has been tasked to fast- track the implementation of the National Community Health Strategy to strengthen health service delivery at the community level. M...
PROFILE: Tribute to Onapito Ekomolot: Ugandan Journalist, Politician & Former NBL Legal Chief
Renowned Ugandan journalist, politician, and corporate executive Onapito Ekomolot, affectionately known as Ona, left an indelible mark on his country’s media, politics...
Govt plans to criminalise disrespect of elders
The government is planning to introduce a law that will ensure young people respect and take advice from older persons, a minister has said. State Minister for Older Pers...
Retired civil servant gives hope, education to children with hearing impairment
Many children with hearing impairment in villages across Bukedi Sub-region face significant challenges in accessing education. In response to this need, 70-year-old Sam K...
Civil Aviation Authority, UGAISOA Partner to Lead This Year’s Aviation Run
Uganda Civil Aviation ( UCAA) has announced a partnership with the Uganda Aeronautical Information Service Officers’ Association ( UGAISOA) to organise this year’s Av...